Ancient Names for Herbs

Ancient Names for Herbs

Long ago, before many herbs were known by their present names, many herbs that were used by people in the country for medicines and food were called by common names which were usually based on what the herb or its flower, leaves, roots, or seeds looked like. These names have flowered modern stories of witches creating a brew of batswing, rat’s tail, and lady’s finger. These were not the actual ingredients of the potions, but rather common names used to describe what each herb resembled. Below is a list of old herb names.

One of the girls told me she got it off our old Yuku site. If it had any credits to it, I know she would have listed them. That is what I instruct all of them to do. Why do you know who it belongs too? Is it yours?

No no. I just think it’s interesting, especially where it differs from mine. From the small bit of research I put into assembling my list (years ago), I know that a lot of these plants have multiple names, usually differing between regions.

Hey Jason, I am sorry if I came across like the wicked witch of the west. I can remember exactly when I did answer your post. I was upset to think that info from our group came over not credited again. I know a couple of days before your comment, I had someone contact me in regards to such a matter. So I figured when it rains, it pours.

I know I have found several sites on the internet for herbal information. I know this one, Botanical.com is super nice. It gives you tons of info on the herbs they have listed there. If you haven’t been to the site, it would definitely be worth a visit.

I have got to run for now. Please accept my apologizes. Enjoy the holidays!
Goddess bless,
Lady A